Main Courses Recipes - Monies Mariniere Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.1 kg/2 1/2lb mussels

• 1 onion (finely chopped)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 garlic clove (crushed)

• 200ml/7fl oz dry white wine

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

• Salt and pepper

Serves 4

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Method:

1. Rinse the mussels well in cold water and scrape oft any barnacles with a small, sharp knife. Discard any mussels that are open or do not close when tapped sharply against the work surface.

2. In a deep, lidded saucepan, sweat the onion in the oil until softened. Add the garlic and stir for 1 minute, then add the wine, bay leaf, thyme and drained mussels.

3. Stir well, cover tightly and cook rapidly for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed.

4. Remove from the heat and add the parsley and seasoning.